Health care workers and the intersection of spirituality and mortality in the context of COVID-19
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https://doi.org/10.5020/18061230.2024.15317Keywords:
COVID-19 , SARS-CoV-2, Health care Personne, SpiritualityAbstract
Objective: This study aimed to explore the perceptions of frontline health care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic regarding their experiences with spirituality and mortality. Method: A descriptive, qualitative approach was used to collect testimonials from 274 health care workers at public health facilities in Mossoró, Rio Grande do Norte (RN), Brazil, between February and June 2021. Data were analyzed using Bardin’s Thematic Content Analysis method. Results: Two primary categories emerged from the narratives: mortality and spirituality. Discussions of mortality underscored the fragility and inherent uncertainty of human life, fostering a heightened awareness of death. This awareness influenced interpersonal relationships and encouraged greater appreciation for the present moment. Conversely, spirituality was recognized as a valuable coping strategy, aiding in stress reduction and enhancing both physical and mental well-being. Additionally, it played a significant role in humanization, fostering deeper connections and strengthening bonds among individuals. Conclusions: Categories reflect participants’ experiences and insights, shedding light on the profound subjective impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. These dimensions were crucial in assisting health care workers in
reframing and navigating their experiences during this challenging time.
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Copyright (c) 2024 Mikaelli Curinga de Souza, Rita de Cássia da Silva Medeiros, Alvaro Micael Duarte Fonseca, Ana Karoline Lima Costa e Silva, José Antonio da Silva Júnior, Ysabele Yngrydh Valente Silva, Ellany Gurgel Cosme do Nascimento
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